Rooney's future is still unclear after he handed in a second transfer request before the end of last season.

Chelsea, Paris St Germain and Bayern Munich have been suggested as possible destinations for the 27-year-old, but it seems Arsenal are showing the most interest and this summer they have money to spend.

Billionaire Usmanov, Arsenal's second biggest shareholder, told CNBC: "He is a great player, there would be great success for Rooney [if he joined Arsenal], and for Arsenal too."

Arsenal have also been strongly linked with Real Madrid forward Gonzalo Higuain has they bid to catch back up with United, City and Chelsea.